Plug-in solar panels can be fitted to balconies, walls and gardens, but safe installation depends on the right location, permissions and connection method.

Flexible solar panels are lightweight, portable and useful for curved surfaces, but they are not right for every setup. Here’s how they compare with standard panels ...

Government regulations remain a major obstacle for this emerging solar technology. Here's where plug-in solar is allowed - and where it isn't.

Every solar panel company makes bold claims about its panel efficiency, maximum wattage availability, temperature coefficient and other specs in optimal conditions. Anyone who does product testing ...

SANTA MONICA, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Employees of Solar Forward install solar electric panels on a residential rooftop on February 27, 2009 in Santa Monica, California. President Obama signed into law an ...

No matter how handy you are, you might have a reason to hire a professional to install your solar panels. Here are the pros ...